Many couples feel, while organizing the wedding events, that the most difficult part is deciding what to use for their reception centerpieces. The challenge is finding centerpieces that will complement the wedding theme. Below are some points to consider when selecting your centerpieces.
If you are planning to have a centerpiece with an open flame, check with the reception hall to see if they will allow such centerpieces to be displayed. You have to discuss with your wedding coordinator and caterer regarding the size and type of table you will be using. You don't want the centerpiece to be so big that it takes up all the room on the table.
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You can indicate your honeymoon destination into your centerpiece theme. For example, if your honeymoon will take you to a tropical island where you plan to spend time on the beach, include seashells on your table. If you are going on a cruise, include a miniature ship as wedding centerpiece.
If you have invited families with children and if you use balloons or stuffed animals as centerpiece, the children will be tempted to play with the balloons.
Wedding favors like place card holders and coasters can be kept as e centerpiece and the guests can take them home. Edible items like fruit or hor d'oeuvres can be used to decorate the table as centerpiece.
Fresh blooming flowers adorning the center of the table is a delightful sight to the eyes and they freshen the entire reception hall. The assortment of flowers need not be the same for all tables, because diversity is more eye catching. At the wedding reception, flowers should not have a strong scented fragrance. It may distract from the flavor of the food. If you are planning to have candles as the centerpiece, different shapes, sizes, and colors can be used.
You can bring in an Easter theme with colorful eggs, a Christmas theme with miniature Christmas trees, a Valentines theme with hearts and arrows.
If you use a tall centerpiece, make sure it does not tip over when the table is bumped. Also check to make sure that they don't block your guests' view or make it hard for them to talk with each other.
Mirrors can enhance a centerpiece by making a small centerpiece look larger or by reflecting the candlelight in the centerpiece. For an eye catching sparkle, add glitter or confetti around the base of your centerpiece. Tinsel will add sparkle to the centerpieces. Before deciding on a particular theme, have an open discussion with your family and wedding coordinators. Ask to see the photos of other receptions held in the reception hall recently which will help you get a feel for which decorations will best suit your wedding theme.
